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1997 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S420 sedan

WDBGA43E1VA327193
4.2L V8 DOHC 32V
Engine
5-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Transmission
RWD
Drive
Gasoline
Fuel
GERMANY
Built in
No factory image on file
1997 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

VIN Breakdown

SegmentCodeMeaning
WMI · World Mfr ID WDB Mercedes-Benz · Europe · Germany
VDS · Descriptor GA43E S-Class S420 sedan
VIS · Vehicle ID 1VA327193 1997 · Serial 327193

Basic Information

MakeMercedes-Benz
ModelS-Class
Year1997
TrimS420 sedan
Body StyleSEDAN 4-DR
Doors4
ManufacturerMercedes-Benz
CountryGERMANY

Engine & Performance

Engine4.2L V8 DOHC 32V
Transmission5-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Drive TypeRWD
Fuel TypeGasoline
Plant CodeA
Serial Number327193

Basic Information

Model Year 1997
Make Mercedes-Benz
Model S-Class
Trim Level S420 sedan

Engine & Performance

Fuel System SMPI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 275 @ 5700
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 295 @ 3900
Displacement 4.2L/256
Engine Type 4.2L V8 DOHC 32V

Transmission & Drivetrain

Transmission-short 5A OD
Transmission-long 5-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Driveline RWD

Dimensions & Weight

Curb Weight-manual 4650
Overall Length 205.20
Overall Width 74.30
Overall Height 58.50
Wheelbase 123.60
Standard Seating 5
Height, Overall (in) 58.5
Wheelbase (in) 123.6
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 74.3

Features & Options

Power Door Locks Standard
Air Conditioning Standard
Cruise Control Standard
Cassette Player Standard
Driver Multi-Adjustable Power Seat Standard
Leather Seat Standard
Alloy Wheels Standard
Power Windows Standard

Fuel & Economy

Tank 26.40
Fuel Economy-city 16
Fuel Economy-highway 22
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) 16
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) 22

Safety & Braking

Anti-Brake System 4-Wheel ABS
Front Brake Type Disc
Rear Brake Type Disc
ABS Brakes Standard
Driver Airbag Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard

Suspension & Handling

Steering Type Recirc
Front Suspension Independent
Rear Suspension Independent
Front Spring Type Coil
Rear Spring Type Coil
Tilt Steering Standard

Other Specifications

Manufactured in GERMANY
Body Style SEDAN 4-DR
Turning Diameter 41.00
Tires 235/60R16
Front Headroom 38.00
Rear Headroom 38.50
Front Legroom 41.30
Rear Legroom 39.60
Front Shoulder Room 61.70
Rear Shoulder Room 61.30
Front Hip Room 57.10
Rear Hip Room 57.60
Ground Clearance 6.00
Track Front 63.20
Track Rear 62.20
Passenger Volume 112.40
Cargo Volume 15.60
MSRP $73,900
Dealer Invoice $64,290
Tachometer Standard
Manual Sunroof Standard
Full Size Spare Tire Standard
Rear Window Defogger Standard
Rear Tire Size 235/60R16
Front Wheel Size (in) 16 x 7
Front Tire Size 235/60R16
Rear Wheel Size (in) 16 x 7

Pattern Information

PatternWDBGA43E V
WMI WDB (Germany, Europe)